How Does Reverse Thrust Work on Turboprops?
I rarely ride on turboprops such as the ATR 72 and DHC Dash 8-400. But don't get me wrong, I'm not afraid of flying on turboprops. In fact, I've also…
Understanding the Mystery Behind Boeing’s 777 No Winglets
We all know that winglets, or those little "fins" you see at the wingtips of an aircraft, serve a purpose, and that is to improve efficiency and save fuel. You…
About the Door Plugs on Planes like the Boeing 737 MAX 9
We are well aware about the Alaska Air flight 1282 incident when a door plug on one of its Boeing 737 MAX 9 blew off the aircraft as the plane…
The Five Most Efficient Commercial Jet Airplanes in the World
If you notice commercial jets nowadays, they typically only have 2 engines, can fly longer distances, and are quieter. That's because they have become more efficient. Back in the 1960s,…
The First Flight of the F-16 Fighting Falcon
It was just a normal day on January 20, 1974, at General Dynamics, where the F-16 Fighting Falcon was scheduled for a high-speed taxi test. F-16 was initially set to…
Decoding the Names of Airbus and Boeing Planes
We know the Boeing 777-300ER as the B777-300ER, and the Airbus A321neo as A321neo, right? But when you read more about these planes serving a particular airline, you might come…
Why is the P-47 Thunderbolt so Big Compared to its Counterparts?
This aircraft was not really my favorite, but I just loved how it looked. This is no less than the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, otherwise known as "The Jug". And yes…
Why Fighter Jets are so Loud Compared to Commercial Aircraft?
Commercial aircraft like the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 have four engines, whereas a Lockheed F-16 fighter jet only has one engine. But how come the sound of one F-16…
Is the Boeing 737 MAX Still a Safe Plane?
The Boeing 737 MAX series is once again in the spotlight after the door plug on a 737 MAX 9 of Alaska Airlines suddenly blew out during midflight. While this…
Understanding Why a Plane’s Landing Gears are Tilted
If you've ever seen a plane landing, particularly if you're a plane spotter, you might have noticed that the main landing gears are often tilted as they approach the runway.…